Photocathode Assembler

Duration: 24+ months (Possible chances of conversion)

Shift: Monday – FridayPay Range: $18-$21/hr. on W2Job Description: The Photocathode Assembler will adhere to procedures and work instructions to perform a variety of processes, achieving quality and yield goals. The Photocathode process includes the following activities: Metallization and/or coating of glass substrates using various deposition equipment to achieve proper electro-optical surface conditionsSurface preparation of pre and post metalized or coated substrates using cleaning agents, solvents and acids to prepare substrates for post-processingInspect pre and post metalized or coated glass substrates in order to comply with internal and external acceptance criteriaUse of a microscope to perform inspection tasksRecognize and categorize 40+ failure modes set against a criterion developed for individually designed night vision components for the purposes of data and quality trackingFully proficient in this role and able to work safely with limited supervision, assignments can be moderately difficult requiring independent judgementMaintain accurate record entry through use of onsite Quality Tracking System (QTS) Ability to use chemicals (acids, bases, and solvents) and use inspection equipmentDarkness or low lighting (in inspection and test areas) Perform other duties as requiredEssential Responsibilities: Metallization and/or coating of glass substrates using various deposition equipment to achieve proper electro-optical surface conditionsSurface preparation of pre and post metalized or coated substrates using cleaning agents, solvents and acids to prepare substrates for post-processingInspect pre and post metalized or coated glass substrates in order to comply with internal and external acceptance criteriaUse of a microscope to perform inspection tasksRecognize and categorize 40+ failure modes set against a criterion developed for individually designed night vision components for the purposes of data and quality trackingFully proficient in this role and able to work safely with limited supervision, assignments can be moderately difficult requiring independent judgementMaintain accurate record entry through use of onsite Quality Tracking System (QTS) Ability to use chemicals (acids, bases, and solvents) and use inspection equipmentDarkness or low lighting (in inspection and test areas) Perform other duties as requiredBasic Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1-3 years prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related manufacturing work experienceMust be able to obtain a Secret security clearanceMust be a US citizenPreferred Qualifications: Able to sit or stand for extensive periods, using high and medium power inspection tools to verify compliance to inspection criteriaTrain to recognize and categorize 40+ failure modes set against a criterion developed for individually designed night vision components for the purposes of data and quality trackingGood eye-hand coordination, and ability to lift and do repeat tasksAbility to become familiar with SPC (Statistical Process Control) Must be able to work alone and with others in a team environment under minimal supervisionCommunicates directly with and involves engineering for the determination of questionable quality issues for evaluationBasic computer skills (Microsoft Office) Data entry, Inventory of components both physical and virtual from the computerAbility to use a microscopeMust be able to clearly read and write in EnglishMust be able to multitaskAbility to use chemicals (acids, bases, and solvents) Ability to use inspection equipmentGeneral working knowledge of Lean and 5S+1 methodologyClean Room protocolsDarkness or low lighting (in inspection and test areas)